Karachi, one of Pakistan’s largest cities, is set to experience a substantial water shortage over the next three days due to essential repair work on two major supply lines. The Karachi Water and Sewerage Corporation (KWSC) has warned residents across various districts, including South, Keamari, West, Korangi, Malir, East, and Central, to prepare by storing water and conserving usage.
The city, which typically receives a daily water supply of 650 million gallons, will face a shortfall of 250 million gallons during the repair period. A spokesperson for the KWSC confirmed that despite the reduction, a supply of 400 million gallons per day will continue, albeit with partial disruptions in areas like the old city, Shershah, PAF Base Masroor, Landhi, Korangi, Liaquatabad, Nazimabad, Pak Colony, and Gulbahar.
The repair operations commenced on Saturday, targeting the FTM 48-inch diameter and CTM 54-inch diameter pipelines. These crucial works are expected to conclude within 72 hours, promising a significant improvement in the city’s water supply once completed. Residents in affected areas, including Manzoor Goth, Gulshan-i-Iqbal, and Peeli Kothi in Liaquatabad, have been specifically advised to manage their water resources efficiently during this period.
In light of the impending Islamic holy month of Ramadan, KWSC Managing Director Asadullah Khan has mandated the continuous supply of water throughout the city and has instructed that all leaks in the water pipelines be addressed before the month’s onset. This directive comes after the city experienced multiple water crises due to recurring leaks in a main line on University Road.
The city’s authorities urge the public to heed these advisories to mitigate the impact of the temporary shortage and to ensure normalcy is restored promptly following the repairs.
